The news that came in Chapter 177: Zheng's father has gone mad.

Because of her pregnancy, Zhou Ya has been staying at home recently and hasn't been going out, unless her best friend comes to visit.

On the other hand, Zheng Jie has been busy dealing with all sorts of work. In truth, Zheng Jie isn't particularly keen on women, because he has so much to handle every day that he is often too busy to even think about them.

"Chairman Zheng, this is this year's financial report."

The secretary entered the office and handed the financial report to Zheng Jie. Hearing this, Zheng Jie nodded and accepted the report. Overall, this year's profits were down 30% compared to previous years due to significant project investments, but this was expected. According to internal group assessments, profits are set to explode starting next year.

"This year's profit only dropped by 30%. That's much better than I thought; I expected it to drop by more than 50%."

Zheng Jie said.

"It's mainly because you are so capable, Chairman Zheng. Every step you take is so precise."

Hearing this, Zheng Jie chuckled.

"You... Send out a notice: this year's bonuses for every employee will be increased by 20%. Everyone has worked hard."

He was the type of person who liked to throw money around, especially when it came to increasing employee salaries. Otherwise, why would the people under him be so loyal to Zheng Jie?

"Thank you, Boss."

"What's the matter? Why are you so happy?"

"Of course, money."

Hearing this, both of them laughed in unison.

"Money is good, but you need to hurry up and find a girlfriend, kid. You can't just stay busy with your career forever."

Zheng Jie was quite casual when interacting with his direct subordinates; he didn't have that so-called air of superiority.

Perhaps this had to do with Zheng Jie's rural upbringing; he didn't carry that sense of superiority.

"Oh, Boss, I'm working here. Can you not disturb my heart, which is ready to go through fire and water for the company?"

The two chatted idly until the secretary's phone rang. As a secretary, his phone was on 24 hours a day, so when he heard the sound, he picked it up immediately.

It was a call from the Prison.

He answered.

"Hello, Director Ma, what's the matter?"

"What? Okay, I understand. I will tell Chairman Zheng."

Hanging up the phone, the secretary looked at Zheng Jie.

"What is it?"

Zheng Jie looked at the secretary, frowning tightly.

"The Prison just called. Father Zheng... has gone insane."

Sometimes, going insane is actually a good thing because life is truly too bitter. In such a situation, becoming a madman and not understanding anything is simply a blessing. Hearing this, Zheng Jie was slightly stunned.

"Are you sure?"

"That is the current assessment by the Psychologist in the Prison, but a specific checkup at the Hospital is still needed."

A madman's brain scan is definitely different from a normal person's. So, if he is faking insanity, a brainwave scan at the Hospital will reveal it.

"Which Hospital?"

"The People's Hospital."

"Notify Lao Li and get ready to leave."

"Yes."

The secretary knew exactly when he could joke with his boss and when to handle work seriously. Very quickly, Lao Li had everything ready.

Meanwhile, inside the Prison.

Inside the cell, Father Zheng was giggling foolishly, like a small child. However, his hair was now gray, and the wrinkles on his face were terrifyingly deep—a far cry from the refined and gentle man he was a few months ago.

"Son, Son."

At this moment, Father Zheng looked up at the people at the door and said that. Seeing this scene, everyone frowned.

"When will the vehicle arrive?"

"Probably in ten minutes. Sir, do you think he's really gone insane?"

"I don't know... but we'll know after the checkup. However, for this man, becoming a madman is actually a good thing. Otherwise, he will be in great pain in the future."

Without anyone to care about, living in this world is too easy to break someone. That is why it's a good thing that Father Zheng has become a madman. Of course, it's mainly a good thing for Father Zheng, as he no longer has to face a painful life.

"That's true."

If one develops a mental illness while serving a sentence, they won't be sent to a regular Mental Hospital, but to a designated one. These places house patients with tendencies to harm others. It's safe to say that life for Father Zheng won't be very good there either.

But it will still be much better than it is now.

"Chairman Zheng's secretary just said that they are currently heading to the People's Hospital."

"Mm, good."

They certainly couldn't afford to offend a person like Zheng Jie, so naturally, whatever Zheng Jie said, went.

At this moment, the leader's phone suddenly rang. Hearing the sound, the leader answered the call.

"Okay, I understand."

Hanging up the phone, the leader looked at the staff beside him.

"The vehicle has arrived. Notify the team to bring him to the vehicle. Remember, all necessary precautions must be taken."

The precautions mentioned here actually referred to the handcuffs and shackles on him. Although he had become mentally ill, it wasn't necessarily real. If it was a disguise and they hadn't prepared, allowing him to escape, they would have to bear the responsibility. No one wanted that to happen.

Soon, Father Zheng was shuffled into the vehicle, staggering.

In the vehicle.

The staff looked at him.

"How many is this?"

A staff member held up four fingers, but the man seemed only capable of giggling and did not speak.

Seeing this, the staff member withdrew his fingers.

On the other side, Zheng Jie had already arrived at the psychiatry department of the Hospital, where Father Zheng would soon be examined.

Zheng Jie sat on a chair nearby, crossing his legs. At this moment, Zheng Jie was wearing a black trench coat over a suit. Combined with his perfectly sculpted physique, he truly exuded the aura of a domineering CEO; he was incredibly handsome.

Even the doctors and Nurses passing by couldn't help but take a few extra looks; after all, such a handsome man was truly a rare sight.

The secretary held Zheng Jie's bag, standing nearby, and couldn't help but sigh inwardly—his boss was simply too handsome.

If he were a woman, he would certainly be willing to marry his boss.

"Sit down, don't just stand there."

Zheng Jie looked up at the secretary. Hearing this, the secretary was slightly stunned, then nodded.

"Thank you, Boss."

Sitting on the chair, the secretary said.

At this moment, Zheng Jie checked his watch.

"Boss, they have already arrived at the Hospital parking lot. They should be here in about ten minutes."

The secretary said.

"There's an online meeting later, right?"

"From 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM is your free time. We can schedule it then. It's an internal group meeting with no external personnel."

"Then postpone it to the afternoon."

"Alright, Boss. I'll let them know."

The job of a secretary is truly difficult. You must remember everything the boss delegates, remember what the senior management says in advance, and serve your boss at all times, coordinating and adjusting work. Without a sharp mind, you really can't pull it off.

"Mm, okay."

Zheng Jie nodded.

A dozen minutes later, the Prison staff arrived with Father Zheng. When Zheng Jie saw Father Zheng, he felt that he looked even older than the last time he had seen him.

That made sense; when a person is breaking down, they age very quickly, just like Wu Zixu in ancient times, whose hair turned white overnight.

"Chairman Zheng."

"Um... regarding this matter... we don't know why it happened. The Psychologist only said that he suffered too much trauma, which is why he became like this."

"Rest assured, I won't sue you over this matter. It's understandable."

Although the director knew Zheng Jie wouldn't sue, he had no choice; if it were any other inmate who became mentally unstable, their family would definitely sue, and they would be in trouble. After hearing Zheng Jie's words, the staff finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Zheng Jie looked at Father Zheng, frowning tightly.

Is this man really insane, or is he faking it?

To be honest, Zheng Jie wasn't sure.

However, his foolish appearance made Zheng Jie think it was highly likely to be real. Otherwise, his acting skills would be too good. If he had that kind of ability, he wouldn't have been crushed by him.

At this moment, Father Zheng looked up at Zheng Jie.

"Hehehehe."

The former Chairman of Zheng Group—who would have thought he would end up like this now? Probably no one would believe it.

Soon, a doctor arrived and began to examine Father Zheng. While the examination was taking place, Zheng Jie and the others waited outside for the results.

Zheng Jie stood by the window.

"In a moment, ask the doctor for all the examination images and have our own doctors take a look to confirm if he is truly insane."

"Understood."

"Also, keep an eye on him for me. Even if he goes to a Mental Hospital, keep watching him to ensure this guy isn't faking it."

When Zheng Jie spoke, his tone was full of caution.

There was no other way.

He could not allow any accidents to happen now.

"Understood."

"Check it out. If he really is mentally ill, find out which Mental Hospital he will be sent to. Find the one with the worst conditions and have him sent there. Even if he's crazy, I won't let him have it easy."

Zheng Jie took a deep breath, his tone filled with determination.

"Yes."

After receiving the instructions, the secretary immediately took action.

About half an hour later, the entire examination was finished. Zheng Jie and the Prison staff walked into the doctor's office. At this moment, Father Zheng instinctively shrank back when he saw Zheng Jie; it was clear that he was afraid of Zheng Jie.

Although he appeared to be insane, his fear of Zheng Jie was from the bottom of his heart. After all, Zheng Jie was the one who personally orchestrated his current state.